Chp. 6,7 Human Body Circulatory System Flashcards
What is homeostasis?
Name for condition in which the body’s systems are balanced and are working to maintain internal stability.
What is the metabolism.
Physical and chemical processes in the body.
When is homeostasis lost in the body?
When a disease or injury occurs.
When the body’s metabolism is disturbed
What are changes in metabolic processes called?
Signs and symptoms
What are the 10 body systems
Integumentary system (skin)
Nervous system
Musculoskeletal system
Circulatory system
Respiratory system
Urinary system
Gastrointestinal system
Endocrine system
Reproductive system
Immune and lymphatic system
What are body systems made of?
Organs and organelles
What are organs made of ?
Tissues
What are tissues made of?
Groups of cells that perform specific tasks
What are the building blocks of body and life?
Cells
Define :
Anterior or ventral
The front of the body
Posterior or dorsal
The back of the body or body part
Superior
Toward the head (top)
Inferior
Away from the head
Medial
Toward the midline of the body (middle)
Lateral
To the side of the body (away from middle)
Proximal
Closer to the torso (or any other body part)
Distal
Father away from the torso ( or any other body part)
What is the largest organ in the body?
Skin
What does the skin do?
Protects body from external bacteria
Prevents injury
Prevents loss of water
What are sebaceous glands?
Glands that secrete sebum ( oil)
What is sebum?
Oil secreted from the body
True or false:
Blood vessels dilate, or widen when outside temperatures is too hot.
True
True or false:
Blood vessels constrict when outside temperatures are cold
True
What are the smallest blood vessels in the body called?
Capillaries